For residents who love a good read, there are libraries at each of the clubhouses, as well as county libraries with many options for selecting your next book!
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On-Campus Libraries
Village Square has the largest library; each of the other neighborhoods has a smaller libraries that is part of a “media lounge”.
Each library collection has a committee of volunteers; books are donated by Riderwood Residents, and should be checked out and returned so that everyone can enjoy our offerings. There is a collection of Resident-written books available at each location. Caring Connections has a section in the VSQ Library
The libraries are available 24-hours for your enjoyment.
NOTE: Any book taken from any library can be returned to any of the neighborhood libraries.
Riderwood Library Websites:
TinyCat Catalog
The library collections are combined in an intergrated catalog (Tinycat) that can be accessed from any platform (computer, tablet, mobile) with this link:
Add the RWVLibraries to your IOS or Android Devices
Type the URL (below) for the library into the browser of your choice (Safari (Apple devices), Firefox (both Android and Apple), Chrome (both Android and Apple):
http://www.librarycat.org/lib/RWVLibraries
Refer to the documentation for adding URLs to an IOS or Android desktop:
County Libraries
Both Montgomery County and Prince George’s County have extensive libraries with websites to help you find your way around. And all Maryland residents are also eligible to use the Pratt Library in Baltimore (How to get an Enoch Pratt Library eCard). In addition to physical books, these libraries include ebooks, audio books, movies to stream, and searchable databases.
Prince George’s County Library
How to Get a Prince George’s County Library Card. You can get one in person at any branch library. (The closest one to us is less than a mile away: the Beltsville Branch at 4319 Sellman Rd, Beltsville, MD 20705). You can also use the same link and then scroll down to “Virtual Library Card” and fill out the online form to access their digital offerings only.
Montgomery County Library
How to get a Montgomery County Library card. You can get one online or go to any branch library (The closest ones are White Oak at 11701 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904 and Praisner, at 14910 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville, MD 20866). As with Prince George’s County, you can get a full-service card or a digital-only card.
Library Books by Mail
Requesting books by mail is a free service offered by both county libraries. For these programs, materials are mailed directly to customers who can no longer access the branches due to visual impairment or physical disabilities. Books are delivered in postage paid library mailing bags, which can also be used to return the books, postage paid. Check out Montgomery County’s Books@ Home or Prince George’s Books by Mail. You must provide certification that you qualify for these programs.
Caring Connections Online Resource Libraries
The Caring Connection Resource Libraries page provides links to many online resources of interest to Riderwood residents!
Updated: 9.14.2025